Our Current Missions
April, 2026
One Great Hour of Sharing
One of the most important ministries we participate in each year is One Great Hour
of Sharing. The funds raised serve the United States and the World to alleviate some
of the greatest needs, ongoing disaster recovery and natural disasters yet to come.
Our funds improve living conditions in the countries where people need help the
most. By joining with the many other churches, the funds make a huge difference in
the lives of so many. Here are some of the ongoing goals:
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No one is left to face the ravages of natural disaster alone.
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Sustainable farming and creating water sources enables those is drought areas to stay.
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Families displaced from their homes are able to build new lives.
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Women are no longer subject to discrimination and gender-based violence.
When disaster strikes, the UCC Church World Service works locally to support
recovery and sustain that support after other organizations leave.
When a working well brings safe and abundant water to a community, life changes
dramatically.
By providing seed, tools, and training to those living in the arid regions of Africa and
South America, the people there become farmers and put food on their family table,
bring food to the market and improve their lives and the community’s.
With our donations, the results are far-reaching, life changing, and long lasting. You
can make donations to the OGHS throughout the month of April in the church
collection plate using the OGH envelopes found at the back of the church; by mailing
your check made out to Leverett Congregational Church (write “OGHS” in the memo
line), PO Box 324, Leverett MA 01054; OR donate online at https://
www.leverettcongregationalchurch.org/donate and type in “OGHS” in the comments.
CNC Children’s Closet Schedule
The CNC Closet provides FREE clothing for young children, newborn through
elementary age.
CNC Children's Closet schedule for the coming Thursdays, from 8 am – 12 pm and
by appointment if unable to make this time:
• April 2, 9, 16, 30 OPEN
• May 7, 14, 21 ,28 OPEN
The Franklin Hampshire area Diaper Bank continues to supply us with disposable
diapers we can offer to families for free. You can also find information about other
resources available. We are located at the Dixon House, 4 Montague Road,
Leverett. Call/Text or email Gillian Budine, CNC Program Coordinator (978) 9354909
Claudia Gere and the Missions Committee
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